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Rockies Replace Hitting Coach Hensley Meulens with Former Manager Clint Hurdle

Facing a league-worst 3-15 record and offensive struggles, Colorado turns to Hurdle’s experience to address ongoing performance issues.

Feb 12, 2020; Port St. Lucie, Florida, USA; New York Mets bench coach Hensley Meulens (left) talks with manager Luis Rojas during the morning spring training workout. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-USA TODAY Sports/File photo
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Overview

  • The Colorado Rockies have fired hitting coach Hensley Meulens and appointed Clint Hurdle as his replacement for the remainder of the season.
  • The decision follows the team’s historically poor 3-15 start, leading MLB in strikeouts (195) and posting the National League’s fourth-lowest batting average (.220).
  • General manager Bill Schmidt cited the need for a new voice to address the team’s lack of offensive production, despite Meulens’ proven track record with the Giants.
  • Clint Hurdle, who managed the Rockies from 2002-2009 and led them to their only World Series appearance in 2007, brings familiarity with Coors Field and the organization.
  • The move highlights growing pressure on the Rockies’ leadership to reverse a trend of losing seasons and regain fan confidence after consecutive 100-loss campaigns.